The Golden Glove
Overview
A serial killer strikes fear in the hearts of residents of Hamburg during the early 1970s.
Backdrop
What makes this movie Worth Watching
Set in post-war Hamburg, The Golden Glove delves into a troubled era marked by economic hardship, moral decay, and the emergence of serial killers. The film offers a critique of societal apathy towards the plight of vulnerable individuals, particularly women.
- Fritz Riemann's gripping and chilling portrayal of Fritz Honka, a serial killer in post-war Germany.
- The intricate plot development that explores the dark underbelly of societal breakdown during this turbulent period.
- Thought-provoking themes revolving around guilt, redemption, and the human capacity for evil.
- Stunning black-and-white cinematography that enhances the movie's grim atmosphere.
Fun Facts
- The movie is based on real-life events, with Fritz Honka being one of Germany's most prolific post-war serial killers.
- Director Fatih Akin chose to shoot the film in black and white as a tribute to German Expressionist cinema, which was popular during Honka's active years.
- Akin's decision to cast non-professional actors for some roles adds an authenticity to the gritty depiction of post-war Germany.
Available Languages
Deutsch
DE
Title:
"Gnadenloser Serienkiller"
English
US
Title: The Golden Glove
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Pусский
RU
Title: Золотая перчатка
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Italiano
IT
Title: Il mostro di St. Pauli
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Український
UA
Title: Золота рукавичка
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Français
FR
Title: Golden Glove
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Reviews
I watch movies for a lot of different sensations, but “visceral nausea“ is not on the list. 'The Golden Glove' is a well-shot film (despite a deliberately grotesque aesthetic) that might be fun for transgression hungry viewers. I'm not that edgy - to me, this film is nothing more than a solipsistic group analysis session in which the audience is held hostage, believing there's a point to it all.
- Jake Watt
Read Jake's full article...
https://www.maketheswitch.com.au/article/review-the-golden-glove-repellent-and-pointless
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